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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Public Safety Committee
April 18, 1996
Committee:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Chairman Marshall, Trustees Baudek and Pauley
All
Town Administrator Klaphake, Police Chief
Repola, Fire Chief Rumley, Municipal Court
Judge Brown, Municipal Court Clerk Pearson,
Deputy Clerk Kuehl
Absent: None
Chairman Marshall called the meeting to order at 8:00 A.M., and
welcomed the new committee members, Trustees Baudek and Pauley.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Personnel: Chief Repola introduced Sergeant Wes Kufeld, Officer
Mike Van Deutekom, Officer Charles Rowe, and Captain Filsinger, and
explained that introductions of Police Department personnel will
continue periodically.
Chief Repola reported that screening for Dispatch personnel is
continuing. One individual has been hired and another individual
has been offered a position. Another position may be filled to
cover emergency dispatching situations.
1995 Municipal Court Report: Judge Brown explained the purpose and
operations of the Municipal Court, and presented the 1995 annual
report. Eight special court sessions were held in 1995, in
addition to the regularly -scheduled sessions of every first and
third Wednesday. Judge Brown has spoken to four groups explaining
the court system. Court cases increased in 1995 to 463, from 401
in 1993. Fines imposed totaled $16,630, a decrease from the
previous year. This decrease was credited to the community
intervention programs, including the Baseline Program for Youth,
alternative sentencing program involving community service, and the
PaCK organization's involvement in education of parents. The
Aiding and Abetting Ordinance, Underage Drinking Ordinance, and the
new Model Traffic Code have also been positive factors in the
decrease of youth offenders. Discussion was held regarding the
fine schedule and the types of cases heard in Municipal Court.
Chairman Marshall expressed appreciation to the police and court
for their interaction with the youth.
Memorandum of Understanding with RMNP: Chief Repola reported that
Attorney White has reviewed this Memorandum of Understanding, which
authorizes Town assistance to the Park for law enforcement and
victim's assistance when needed, and backup dispatch in emergency
situations. The Committee recommends the acceptance of the
Memorandum of Understanding between the National Park Service,
Rocky Mountain National Park, and Town of Estes Park for
Cooperative Law Enforcement Efforts.
Furniture Bid: Chief Repola reported that the Sergeant's Office,
Squad Room, Booking Room, and Captain's Office are being updated
with new work stations, desks, chairs, and computer tables, all of
which can be incorporated into the proposed remodeled area. The
1996 budget includes $24,000 for this project. A bid was received
from Scott Rice Company in Fort Collins for the purchase of the
required furniture and equipment. The Committee recommends
approval for the purchase of furniture and equipment for the Police
Department from Scott Rice Company in the amount of $21,687.94.
YCPI Grant Update: Chief Repola explained that the Youth Crime
Prevention and Intervention Program is creating a positive impact
on youth attitudes toward substance abuse. PaCK has agreed to
implement the baseline program for adults which will allow parents
the opportunity to participate in the program.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
State Bid on Computer System for New Station: Chief Rumley
explained that, due to state, federal and insurance requirements,
documentation of all in-house records regarding vehicle
maintenance, hydrant testing, training records, run reports, etc.,
are imperative. To assist in accurate records, Chief Rumley
requested a computer system be installed in the new fire station,
and presented bids, noting that the numbers could change. Pursuant
to TABOR restrictions, this line item will be considered in the
1997 budget.
Administrator Klaphake and Trustee Pauley were excused to attend a
scheduled meeting.
REPORTS
Staff reviewed the Quarterly Report for the first quarter of 1996.
noting that incidences have increased over the past year in both
law enforcement and fire/EMS services.
Correspondence: Chief Repola noted that the Christian Church
provided food for Police Department Personnel during the past three
months. Public letters were received commending the Police
Department as a whole and Dispatcher Jeff Heckart and Captain
Filsinger in particular.
There being no further business, Chairman Marshall adjourned the
meeting at 9:05 a.m.
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Tina Kuehl, Deputy Town Clerk
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